2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Outback | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
